In recent news, an event of great importance took place in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Indeed, the country recently signed its act of accession to the African Tax Administration Forum (Ataf) during a ceremony marking the closing of a three-day workshop in Kinshasa. The DRC’s participation in this platform is significant for the economic development of the country and lays the foundations for closer collaboration in tax matters at the continental level.
Ataf, an international organization bringing together African tax authorities, has as its main objective the improvement of tax systems in Africa through the exchange of information, the dissemination of knowledge, capacity building and an active contribution to the agenda. regional and global tax. With the accession of the DRC, represented by the General Directorate of Taxes, Ataf now has 44 members, thus strengthening its legitimacy and influence on the continent.
Furthermore, other economic subjects arouse interest in the Congolese media sphere. The paralysis of economic activities in Kinzau Mvuete, due to a prolonged power outage, highlights the persistent infrastructure and energy supply challenges in the country. This situation impacts not only local businesses, but also the population who depend on these activities for their livelihood.
Likewise, the story of a difficult journey from Kinshasa to Kindu highlights the logistical obstacles that many Congolese face on a daily basis. Precarious transport conditions and poor infrastructure often make travel long and difficult, impacting the mobility of people and goods across the national territory.
Finally, the issue of plastic waste management occupies a growing place in public debate. An interview with Alexander Bamanisa, managing director of the company Clean-Plast, highlights the efforts made by some companies to collect and recycle this waste, thus contributing to the preservation of the environment and the promotion of a more circular economy sustainable.
In a context where economic, social and environmental issues are closely linked, these different subjects reflect the challenges and opportunities facing the Democratic Republic of Congo. They also underline the importance of national and international cooperation to meet these challenges in a collective and sustainable manner.